Empty Property: Council Tax
2026-06-25 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government · 13627 · Official question
Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what guidance has been issued to local authorities on applying council tax premiums in cases where properties are actively being marketed but remain unsold.
Answer
The Government recognises that there may be circumstances where it is not appropriate for council tax charges to apply. In relation to council tax premiums on long-term empty homes and second homes, the Government has introduced a range of mandatory excep...